The Victoria Cross versus the US Medal Of Honor – How do they compare?
A look at the histories of the highest medals for gallantry in the UK and US
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Weapons and Kit The Gatling Gun – The First Machine Gun?
All the specs on an historical weapon that changed the face of war.
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History What was Bomber Command?
More than 55,500 young men died flying with Bomber Command during WW2 – more than the number who serve in the entire RAF today.
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Armed Forces Day Talking The Talk About Walking The Walk, For Armed Forces Day
Military-themed walks are being organised by museums for Armed Forces Day.
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WWII The Days After D-Day: What Happened Next
D-Day was just the start – the Battle of Normandy soon followed.
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History RAF Church Marks 80 Years Since Blitz Bombing
Explore the history of St Clement Danes Church and its close bond with the Royal Air Force
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RAF RAF Marks 20th Anniversary Of Operation Silkman
Looking back to a parachute drop into Sierra Leone
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Stories Are these the best regimental mottos ever?
From 'Death or Glory' to 'Better To Die Than Live A Coward', these phrases are incredibly inspirational.
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LGBTQ Absolute Legends: The Gay Hero Of The Battle Of Britain
Gay men like Ian Gleed served with distinction on the front line, finding love and relationships while they served their King and country...
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WWII Battle Of Britain: The Inside Story Of How The Luftwaffe Was Beaten
The air campaign lasted more than three months with British and German aircraft involved in the skies over the UK.
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RAF 'RAF Integrated From Day One': Author On Great-Uncle's WW2 Service
Flight Lieutenant John Blair volunteered for the RAF in 1942, surviving 30 bombing operations and earning the Distinguished Flying Cross.
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History Arthur Knight: Portsmouth Charity Tells Serviceman And Sportsman's Story
The talented footballer and cricketer served in both world wars, played international sport and twice competed at the Olympic Games.
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History The WWII Pilots Who Traveled Across The World To Defend England
British pilots did not face the Luftwaffe alone ...
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Feature Exceptional women of the Battle of Britain
Hitler did not bargain on the fighting spirit of those left on the ground.
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WWII Messerschmitts Attack – German Views Of The Battle Of Britain
The Battle of Britain as seen from the other side
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Aviation History Who Are The French Aerobatic Display Team?
All the info on La Patrouille de France